A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 761 questions, good luck!
Each network layer for a DCS has it's own specialized equipment or software. Which of the layers below would make use of a Foundation Fieldbus protocol?
The installation of a SCADA system has several difficulties associated with it. Which of the challenges below would be best defined as one that accommodate with the amount data throughput?
Which answer below best represents the recommended standard for a null modem cable?
Ethernet network components provide several ISO layers of transmission control. Which of the network components below has transmission controls on the ISO network layer and possibly the data link layers?
There are many different software programs that are commonly used by a DCS. Which of the programs below would allow the control strategy to be programmed once the I/O for the controllers was configured?
RS-232 to USB is the best example of which of the following converters?
Which of the messaging types below is best described as direct communication with a field device initiated by the scanner module?
The limits of a OUT parameter status field has several different classifications. Which of the classifications below can be described as the indication of a parameter under the LRV?
There are several advanced alarm methods available that provide a greater level of functionality. Which of the methods below Modifies an alarm using logic?
Any SCADA system must adhere to universal standards which allow smooth communication over international boundaries. Which of the standards below would be responsible for integration of security measures such as encryption?
There are many different software programs that are commonly used by a DCS. Which of the programs below would allow observation and control of the plant?
In Modbus, data is read, and written in various memory ranges. Which of the answers below best represents the data type that a coils would use?
There are several common components of signal converters. Which one is best described as connecting the input signal of one device, with the converter itself?
The OSI model describes how a network should be arranged. Which of the layers below concern network topologies the most?
There are numerous I/O modules that a typical DCS has access to. Which of the modules below is described as one that accommodates the HART devices point-to-point connection?
There are several different ways to let an operator know about an alarm in any HMI. Which of the answers below would best be described as a horn being sounded?
A modern DCS needs to be able to respond to growing demands. Which of the terms below is best defined as the measure of a system's ability to increase or decrease in performance and cost in response to changes in application and system processing demands.
There are several layer within the a typical DCS., each with it's own responsibilities. Which of the levels below is responsible for the connection to the control system performed?
The data packet of an asychronous transmission contains _____ distinct types of bits. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
DCS commonly is considered a computerised control system for a plant that has central operator supervisory control. Which of the terms below is best described as controllers and operator stations that are separated physically from the central control system?
There are numerous I/O modules that a typical DCS has access to. Which of the modules below is described as one that allows for a data connection to other networks, or RTUs and PLCs?
All the wired network components interact with ISO layers. Which of the answers below reflects the ISO layers that the bridge interacts with?
In a typical GUI, values take one of four generic indicators. Which of the indicators below would best be used with analog values that require a significant degree of accuracy?
HMI networks are needed to expand or contract as required over their lifetime of use. Which of the networking types below will solve scalability, but is still limited because of multiple DA servers and duplication of information requiring an overuse of bandwidth?
There are several stages in the alarm lifecycle. Which of these stages is the alarm system tested and replacements done if required?